# Epic Car Ads David LaChapelle and Maybach Zeppelin Make Some Pretty Pictures By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-12-09 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-lachapelle-and-maybach-zeppelin References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2009/12/david-lachapelle-maybach-zeppelin/) & [daimler](http://www.daimler.com) We all know that David LaChapelle creates truly unique pieces of work, images that are apart of our cultural tapestry. So when David LaChapelle and Maybach Zeppelin, by [Daimler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/econic), teamed up, it was a photoshoot made in heaven. With his penchant for being over the top, and more then a little subversive, these shots will make you want to buy the new and the old version of this hot ride. Anyway, check out the gallery for images of the shoot for David LaChapelle and Maybach Zeppelin. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Unique Car Ads:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for car manufacturers to collaborate with renowned artists and photographers for creating unique and attention-grabbing car advertisements - **Over-the-top Marketing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to use extravagant and subversive marketing strategies to attract customers and stand out from the competition - **Cultural Collaboration:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for brands to partner with influential cultural icons to create captivating advertising campaigns that resonate with consumers ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** Opportunity for car manufacturers to explore creative collaborations in advertising to enhance brand appeal and differentiate from competitors - **Art and Photography:** Opportunity for artists and photographers to collaborate with brands for commercial projects and gain exposure to broader audiences - **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunity for marketing and advertising agencies to develop unconventional and attention-grabbing campaigns by partnering with artists and cultural icons ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Romantic Luxury Vehicle Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gclass-stronger-than-diamonds.md) - [Art Deco Show-Car Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-iconic.md) - [Haute Auto Pattern Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-car-couture.md) - [Fashion Designer-Visionary Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gclass-past-ii-future.md) - [Dynamic Artful Car Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-m-hybrid-v8.md) - [Pop Artist-Designed Auction Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/850i-xdrive-gran-coupe.md) - [Vampiric Car Commercials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-immortal-love.md) - [Collaborative Custom Car Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/model-a7l.md) - [Athlete-Customized Luxe Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuoriserie-essentials.md)